IWA Water and Development Congress and Exhibition

The event is a landmark event for water, sanitation, and climate resilience in low- and middle-income countries. The congress programme will be built around five thematic tracks:

• Ensure Safe Drinking Water: Innovative approaches for treatment and supply
• Advancing Wastewater Treatment and Sanitation Services: Sustainable solutions for all
• Smart Water Management: Integrated approaches for effective water management and planning
• Enhancing Utility Management and Operations for Sustainable Growth
• Strengthening Governance and Financial Systems for Long-Term Development

Additional features and activities will include the Exhibition – a key part of the event – and various forums and special platforms, including a forum ‘From Land to Sea: Tackling Pollutants, Protecting Health, and Restoring Ecosystems’.

The IWA Water and Development Congress & Exhibition will take place at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, Bangkok.

Join the Netherlands Lounge

The IWA Water and Development Congress & Exhibition expects to bring together over 3,500 people, a global audience of practitioners, utility managers, academia, government officials, consultants and media in Bangkok, Thailand. 

In close cooperation with the IWA organisers, the Dutch Embassy in Thailand, PIB Water Thailand, the Dutch Enterprise Agency (RVO), and the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management, NWP organises the Netherlands Pavilion, facilitating matchmaking and knowledge exchange. The programme also includes a panel session in the Business Forum and a network reception, ensuring inspiring interaction between Dutch water experts and their international peers. 

Meet the participating companies

The Netherlands lounge features 16 participating organisations, amongst them the participants of the Partners in International Business (PIB) programme “PIB Water Thailand”.   

• Aquatech

RAI Amsterdam is a leading international exhibition and conference organiser, hosting over 500 events annually at its modern venue in Amsterdam and managing proprietary trade shows worldwide with strategic partners. Its portfolio spans a.o. water technology, mobility, maritime, horticulture and cleaning. Through the global Aquatech series—including Amsterdam, Mexico, China and the upcoming Aquatech Asia in cooperation with VNU Exhibitions in Bangkok—RAI connects water industry leaders to drive sustainable solutions for global and Southeast Asian water challenges.

• Desolenator BV 

Desolenator vision is to secure critical business assets exposed to water risk. Our patented platform treats a variety of complex water types through a combination of solar energy and waste heat, with high value cooling and a zero brine option. Backed by industry leaders with proven, deployed technology, the company is developing high value industry propositions including for Data Centres, Energy Transition and Advanced Manufacturing.

• IHE Delft 

Institute for Water Education is the largest international graduate water education facility in the world. Based in Delft, the Netherlands, IHE Delft confers fully accredited MSc degrees and PhD degrees in collaboration with Dutch partner universities. The Institute conducts research and supports capacity development to address the world's water challenges.

• OKRA

OKRA is an international and interdisciplinary team in the field of landscape architecture, working from Utrecht, the Netherlands. It designs and realises resilient landscapes, healthy cities and sustainable water strategies.
OKRA envisions the world of tomorrow as a place with positive impact on people and nature. It combines three decades of international experience with inventiveness and craftsmanship to provide creative and award-winning solutions to the challenges of today and tomorrow.

• SNV 

SNV is a global development partner, rooted in the African and Asian countries where we operate. With 60 years of experience and a team of approximately 1,600 people, it is our mission to strengthen capacities and catalyse partnerships that transform the agri-food, energy, and water systems to enable sustainable and more equitable lives for all.

• Your Filter Factory

Your Filter Factory is a Dutch specialist in ultrafiltration (UF) technology. Together with WIIK Water Bangkok, we supply membrane modules for decentralized drinking water systems that convert surface water into safe, clear drinking water. Our hollow fiber membranes are robust, easy to maintain, and proven in Thai conditions. We aim to partner with local integrators to scale reliable, small-community water treatment solutions across Southeast Asia.

PIB Water Thailand cluster coordinator

• The Netherlands-Thai Chamber of Commerce (NTCC)

Established in 1991, NTCC is a self-funded organisation representing Dutch business interests in Thailand. It facilitates trade, fosters partnerships, and promotes knowledge exchange between Dutch and Thai companies to strengthen bilateral commercial relations and cooperation. 

PIB Water Thailand cluster partners

• Bosman Watermanagement B.V.

Founded in 1929, Bosman Watermanagement specialises in customised water management solutions, including pumping stations and wastewater systems. With nearly a century of expertise, Bosman has supported major projects in Thailand, delivering high-performance pumps and comprehensive services to enhance surface water and flood control infrastructure.

•  Defacto Urbanism 

Defacto Urbanism is an award-winning Dutch landscape architecture and urban design firm specialising in climateadaptive, integrated urban planning. Combining research with innovative design, they deliver nature-based solutions and flood risk strategies globally, working closely with diverse stakeholders to create resilient, liveable cities and landscapes in rapidly urbanising regions.

• Delta Context B.V. 

Delta Context B.V. is an independent Dutch consultancy specialising in resilient water management across deltas, coasts, and rivers. With over 30 years’ expertise, it delivers integrated climate adaptation, flood risk management, and nature-based solutions, focusing on South and Southeast Asia, working with governments, development banks, and the private sector. 

• Haskoning 

Haskoning is an independent international consultancy specialising in engineering, design, and technology. A global leader in water, they address climate change and water scarcity, working with utilities, governments, and industries worldwide through a team of 6,800 experts across 25+ countries. 

• Hydrosat

Hydrosat is a space and data analytics company developing an Earth observation constellation and software to provide unique high-resolution thermal infrared imagery. Their mission is to deliver valuable insights for environmental monitoring, food and water security, and other vital applications worldwide.

• MetaMeta

Metameta, established in 2004, is a global private enterprise delivering socially impactful and commercially viable water and land management solutions. With expertise in irrigation, agro-ecology, and climate resilience, MetaMeta operates across Asia and Africa, focusing on sustainable, scalable approaches to water and natural resource challenges. 

• ROwat Water Control

ROwat water Control supplies durable penstocks, valves, and weirs for precise water management in wastewater treatment, pumping stations, and surface water systems. Using high-quality HDPE and low carbon stainless steel, ROwat ensures sustainable performance in demanding environments, including tropical marine and sewage treatment applications. 

• Technimex

Technimex is a Dutch supplier of high-quality mechanical products for urban water, wastewater, and gas infrastructure. With all products manufactured in Europe to stringent standards, Technimex ensures reliable performance in municipal networks, treatment facilities, and industrial settings worldwide. Their made-to-order valves and fittings, backed by full certification, are trusted across Europe, the Middle East, and the USA for tailored engineering and consistent quality. 

• WaveSave B.V. 

is a Dutch leader in innovative flood protection and water management. Their WaveDam solution offers rapid deployment flood defence while capturing water as a resource, promoting sustainable, scalable technologies that enhance climate resilience, especially for vulnerable regions facing growing water challenges.

Interactive Business Forum session: Solving water challenges together

Join in on Tuesday, 9 December, from 15:00 - 16:30 at the Business Forum room on the trade show floor for a session titled: Solving water challenges together - An interactive forum with the Netherlands.

• Word of welcome by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Thailand
• Moderation: Mirjam van Buchem, Netherlands Water Partnership

Delegates of the congress, other exhibitors and local visitors are invited attend the pitch presentations by the following Dutch innovative technology providers: Aquatech, Desolenator, IHE Delft, Okra, SNV, Your filter Factory, and the members of the PIB cluster: NTCC Thailand, Bosman Watermanagement, Delta Context, Haskoning, Technimex, Wavesave. 

Networking reception

Raise your glass with us at the networking reception on Tuesday, 9 December, from 16.30-18.00 at the Netherlands Lounge (booth 59)! All IWA attendees are warmly invited to join this drinks reception, hosted by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Thailand. It will be a unique opportunity to connect with Dutch water experts, exchange ideas, and celebrate collaboration in a relaxed atmosphere.